Magura stands out as exotic in this test. This is meant in a positive way. The Swabians show what is technically feasible and rely on a wireless system for the Vyron, which initiates the adjustment via ANT+.
Magura Vyron: Specifications
Diameter: 30,9 / 31,6mm
Hub: 150 mm
Control: wireless
remote: wireless
inner workings: Plumber
Price: € 400,00
Magura Vyron: Dimensions test prop
Effective Stroke: 150 mm
Minimum insertion depth: 125 mm
Maximum usable length: 324 mm
Seat height retracted: 54 mm
Weight 605g
Magura Vyron: Assembly
It doesn't get any easier than with the Magura Vyron. Install the seat post like a conventional one. Secure the control lever to the handlebar with a rubber ring. That was it. We have made the experience that in a few cases it can happen that the lever is not optimally aligned. That's because of the shape, it's big because it has to hold a button cell.
Magura Vyron: processing
The Magura Vyron can clearly keep up in terms of workmanship. There is nothing to complain about in the support. Haptics and optics are perfect. Only the attachment of the controller could have been a little more sophisticated than with a simple rubber O-ring. We would have liked the seat clamp to have an Allen key instead of the built-in Torx, so you wouldn't have to reapply the tool as often, since Allen keys usually have a ball head.
Magura Vyron: function
With its electronic radio control, the Magura post is a real exotic. Especially if you want to use the post on several bikes, you should be happy about it. Unfortunately, the technology also has a crucial catch: If you press the buttons on the remote control, which are too small for our taste, the valve is opened for a fixed period of time, in which the support can be lowered or extended. The problem with this is the considerable time lag between pressing the remote and the reaction of the post. The fact that the valve remains open after you let go of the button can also be annoying in practice: If you relieve the saddle too early, the seat post comes out again.
Overall, the Vyron feels quite sluggish - this may work for riders who extend their dropper before the climb and lower it once at the trailhead. However, if you also want to react quickly to the terrain with the post - for example on unexpected intermediate climbs - the Vyron is simply too slow. It's really a pity, because otherwise the Magura post makes a really good impression.
